2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
